Did I Find the BEST Benchtop Planer Ever Made?

This Oliver planer might be the best benchtop planer you can buy. Could it be better than the very popular DW735X? It has a Byrd Shelix helical head, Wixey digital read out display, depth stops, and much more. This video is not sponsored. Some product links are Amazon and other affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. This helps support my channel so I can continue to make content like this.

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0:00 Best Benchtop Planer
1:00 Oliver Benchtop Planer
3:30 Spiral vs Helical Cutter Head
5:40 Oliver Planing Performance
7:50 DeWalt 735 vs Oliver
9:16 Cons about Oliver Planer
11:08 Oliver Planer Worth It?

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[bobesposito]

I bought this Oliver Planer about a moth ago myself. The driving factor was I wanted the Byrd Shelix cutter head, and this is the lowest cost planer with that head. Getting the Wixey Digital read out was an additional feature that put it over the top. I use this weekly in my shop and love the performance. Very happy with the purchase.

[stormcrow]

I bought one and can't wait to try it out. I've always wanted a planer and your video convinced me to purchase this model.

[chrisgustine]

As far as benchtop planers are concerned, if I am going to spend over $1, 000 I would just go industrial. I have had the Cutech 13" spiral cutterhead 40600H with tungsten carbide inserts for over 5 years as a weekend DIYer and absolutely love it. Would love to hear your opinion on cutech considering you have a Wahuda jointer.

[davidfreyta]

I do own the DeWalt 735x and did the upgrade to the helical head. As it is the first and only planer I plan on buying, watching these comparisons is just for entertainment. Just remember that there is good reason the 735 has been a fan favorite for years.

[coupofmentality]

Oliver is making some great tools that are non-commercial, but with commercial features. I use the portable table saw for my business and its great.

[pt]

I really like that power switch. The built-in DRO is also a nice feature.

I say go for the head-to-head! (especially since you don't need to buy more machinery for it)

And I've been much happier after I upgraded my planer to the Shelix. Makes easy work of stuff like curly maple that always gave me tearout issues.

[JB-NZ]

I brought my DW735 about 5 months ago, and mine has the magnetic safety power switch on it. I don't know if its a reginal thing, but I am in New Zealand and its been the standard here for about 2 years I believe, they no longer have the Red power lever like yours has. I think in the USA they still sell with the red lever. No idea why other countries are different, but my DW735 is just like the Oliver's in that regard.

[erichenao-]

Worth it. When I pull the trigger on getting a thicknesser this is the one.

[fermentedend]

I’m looking at upgrading my delta lunchbox and saw your video on tiktok and will be purchasing once it warms up again. Love the review!

[MrJayyangie]

Just found your videos. New to woodworking so I very much appreciate your sharing your expertise. Thanks

[craigmckinney]

Another good choice for a helical head planer is the Jet. after three years I have to adjust the bed as it is about 1/32 off square. otherwise still going strong. Current pricing is about $850.00

[akquicksilver]

Great comparison. I upgraded my DeWalt a few years ago and the Shelix costs $370 then. I also like the lower profile of the DeWalt. I also installed the Wix gauge on mine. GOD bless.

[danielparker]

Thank you. I'll keep looking. I need something for beginners.

[lvinzant]

I would appreciate you looking at the Vevor planer and considering it for a first time unit for a beginner wood worker.

[ATthemusician]

I also have a DeWalt 735 with the cart, the digital gauge on this is pretty cool though

[austinboynton]

I was going to go get the dewalt planer the lower priced one lol but hoped on marketplace and picked up the DW735 for 200 bucks almost new

[stevecoxe]

Nice to see Oliver take the base design of the DeWalt 734, and really trick it out. The addition of the digital depth gauge is super nice. While the top is plastic, that cuts the weight, so easier to move around along with the base handles. The blower would be nice for those that only have a shop vac. The helical head and mag switch are nice bonuses as well.

I would consider it if I needed a new planer. Dedicated spot in the shop, 735x with head upgrade wins. If need to move it from storage to bench for use, this Oliver for sure.

[djbartles]

A head-to-head video would be a great idea. I am considering a planer now and having a tough time figuring out which I would buy. I'd like to see a review or head-to-head with the 13in Wen planer as well if you ever grab one.

[edhiestand]

Now that is a true helical cutterhead!